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A collection of over 200 fiascos and incidents from the world of powersport. Features a variety of crashes involving motocross bikes, racing motorbikes, racing trucks, single-seater racing cars and saloon cars.
A tribute to motorcycle legend Joey Dunlop, it tells the great man's story from his early days with the Armoy Armada through to his record-breaking wins at the Isle of Man. Includes tributes from Barry Sheene and Carl Fogarty as well as archive interviews with Dunlop himself.
One of Jacques Rivette's most accessible films - a reflection on theatre and life, mixed with playful references to haunted-house thrillers and mysterious-mansion whodunnits. The plot concerns semi-professional actors Emily (Jane Birkin) and Charlotte (Geraldine Chaplin) and their small theatrical troupe who are brought to a famous playwright's (Jean-Pierre Kalfon) ornate, decaying mansion to perform a work-in-progress that seems to mirror some unexplained recent events in the author's own life. The play does not have a final act, the playwright tells his guests, because the story isn't over yet...
In recent years, our knowledge of what goes on in our Ocean has been transformed. Blue Planet 2 uses cutting-edge breakthroughs in science and technology to explore new worlds, reveals astonishing creatures and extraordinary new animal behaviours. As we journey through our deep seas, coral reefs, open ocean, green seas and coasts we share these extraordinary new discoveries. But we now know that ocean health is under threat. Never has there been a more crucial time to explore our remotest seas, and to examine what the future will hold for our blue planet. Episodes:
In recent years, our knowledge of what goes on in our Ocean has been transformed. Blue Planet 2 uses cutting-edge breakthroughs in science and technology to explore new worlds, reveals astonishing creatures and extraordinary new animal behaviours. As we journey through our deep seas, coral reefs, open ocean, green seas and coasts we share these extraordinary new discoveries. But we now know that ocean health is under threat. Never has there been a more crucial time to explore our remotest seas, and to examine what the future will hold for our blue planet. Episodes:
Four-volume documentary collection about two of the greatest boxers of
the 20th century, Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali.
Documentary about American actor, singer and drag performer Harris Glenn Milstead aka 'Divine' directed by Jeffrey Schwarz. Gaining fame and notoriety through his involvement with the John Waters 'Dreamlanders' acting troupe in the late-1960s and 1970s, Divine went on to become a cult figure within the LGBT community. The film includes movie excerpts and footage of Divine's television appearances as well as rare home movies recorded by his friends and family. Schwarz also interviews some of those who worked alongside him before his death in 1988 including Mink Stole and Ricki Lake.
Documentary about Polish composer Krzysztof Penderecki. Director Anna Schmidt follows Penderecki over the course of a year as he travels to locations such as Munich and Vienna and journeys to his home in Luslawice. The film features extracts from his works, archive material and interviews with the composer and those who know him including Anne-Sophie Mutter, Julian Rachlin, Janine Jansen, Jonny Greenwood and Andrzej Wajda.
John Akomfrah directs this documentary about cultural theorist Stuart Hall. The film examines Hall's life and his journey from student to prominent theorist. He determined that one's position in society is dependent upon a variety of factors which are constantly changing. As the documentary explores these factors it looks back through the decades from the 1950s to the present day, covering significant events that have had an impact on culture and society such as the Cold War and Margaret Thatcher's rule as Prime Minister.
Don Henderson is a corporate marketing whiz at Mickey's Fast Food Restaurant chain, home of 'The Big One'. When he discovers that contaminated meat is getting into the frozen patties of the company's best-selling burger, his investigations uncover more than he bargained for. Directed by Richard Linklater and based on Eric Schlosser's best selling expose of America's junk food industry, Fast Food Nation features an all-star cast including Bruce Willis, Greg Kinnear, multi-million selling MTV Award winner Avril Lavigne, Ethan Hawke, Patricia Arquette and Oscar nominee Kris Kristofferson.
Georg Wübbolt directs this documentary celebrating the 100th anniversary of the legendary conductor's birth. The film traces Sir Georg Solti's career from his days as Toscanini's assistant at the Salzburg Festival, through to his famous recording of Wagner's 'Ring', culminating in his tenure as Musical Director at both the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
An intimate profile of the renowned conductor, composer and musician, who creates and plays music across a variety of genres. Includes contributions from Anne-Sophie Mutter, Oscar Peterson and Renee Fleming.
Lara Hudson presents this collection of five ten-minute Pilates workouts designed to give rapid results and slot into even the busiest of schedules. You can mix and match to target your own unique problem areas, or do all of them together for one total-body 50-minute workout. Routines are: 'Super Tones Buns and Thighs', 'Arm and Shoulder Shaper', 'Waist Slimmer', 'Total Body Blast' and 'Slim and Sleek Stretch'.
Profile of the celebrated authors Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte.
Documentary about five young British freestyle footballers who journey across the Americas to Argentina in the hope of meeting their hero, Diego Maradona. With no money for food, accommodation or travel, the boys hustle and busk their way from London to Buenos Aires using only their football skills and their charm, often being forced to go hungry and to sleep rough. The voyage of adventure and self-discovery that takes these boys far from their homes will change their lives forever. But will they eventually get to meet their idol?
An historical look at one of the most famous wars of the 19th Century which involved Russia against Britain, France, Turkey and Sardinia. Many soldiers were killed in battle and many others were ravaged by disease. The war featured Cardigan's famous Charge of the Light Brigade disaster and Florence Nightingale, noted for her efforts to help the sick and the wounded. With over 1500 illustrations.
BBC documentary series, using cutting-edge CGI effects to explore life on earth in the time before the dinosaurs, when the planet was ruled by an extraordinary succession of plants and animals, including a two-tonne fish that could come on land to hunt, and four-metre sea scorpions that prowled the ocean depths.
Thought-provoking political documentary by Canadian filmmakers Jennifer Abbott and Mark Achbar. In the mid-19th century, American corporations began to be legally recognised as individuals, a move that has given them unprecedented rights. In collaboration with novelist Joel Bakan, the filmmakers pose the question: if a corporation was a person, what sort of person would it be? Applying psychiatric principles and social research, they come to the conclusion that this 'person' would be a power-hungry, egocentric and highly destructive psychopath. The film won Best Documentary World Cinema Audience Award at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival.
A close-up look at some of the world's most desirable and powerful cars, revealing the secrets of their aesthetic and technical superiority. Cars featured include: Lamborghini Diablo and Miura; Jaguar XJ220; Viper; Corvette; Mustang; AC Cobra; GT40; F1 Espace; and Porsche 959.
Powerful political documentary shot in the occupied territories of Palestine, drawing a parallel between the Israeli-Palestinian struggle and the ancient myths of Samson and Masada. |
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